What is a flood and when do most occur?

A flood is the inundation of a normally dry area caused by an increased water level in an established watercourse, such as a river, stream, or drainage ditch, or ponding of water at or near the point where the rain fell. Flooding can occur anytime during the year. However, many occur seasonally after winter snow melts or heavy spring rains.

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1. What is a flood and when do most occur?
2. What are flash floods?
3. What are other causes of flooding in Michigan?
4. Are people killed as a result of floods?
5. What is a flash flood or flood warning?
6. What is a flash flood or flood statement?